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GB-Bristol: Independent Auditor to carry out a Bespoke Assurance Engagement

Office for Students

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: Office for Students

Buyer Address: Westward House, Lime Kiln Close, Bristol, BS34 8SR, UK

Contact Name: Paul Halsall

Contact Email: procurement@officeforstudents.org.uk

Contact Telephone: 01179317149

Status
complete
Procedure
Not specified
Value
140000.0 GBP
Published
30 Jun 2025, 10:45
Deadline
24 Jun 2025, 23:00
Contract Start
30 Jun 2025, 23:00
Contract End
30 Sep 2025, 22:59
Category
services
CPV
79212000 - Auditing services
Region
n/a
Awarded To
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Official Source
Open Contracts Finder

Description

The OfS is seeking to appoint an independent auditor to carry out a Bespoke Assurance Engagement concerning the actions of the unregistered franchised provider in relation to both its recruitment and assessment of students from two providers that study at the unregistered franchised provider.

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